Went to court this morning to see what would happen THIS TIME. I have never seen anyone get so many "last chances" and I like to think its because they see it in him - they see that he can DO IT and they think this time he's ready. Let's hope so.
They are allowing him to go back to "United". Our attorney told me that it was the letter I wrote the judge that was the determining factor, and I meant every word of that letter sincerely. Basically I spelled out the changes he's made in the last three years and reminded her of the 2009 version of Keven compared to the 2011.
He will have to wait in jail till a county bed opens because we are not willing to pay for a private bed. Could be up to 3 months, but I hope not, sitting around playing cards all day is not a productive use of his time. He's in the barracks this time so its a big open room and you can socialize, so if he does have to wait a few months at least he won't be in a cell.
Peace, Hope and Love,
Barbara
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I am glad that Keven gets another chance. And am glad that you filed a report on Anthony. Being robbed of sentimental items is a terrible thing. Take care.
Ditto to what Syd said.
Thanks, guys. Prison is the best possible place for him. He's in self destruct mode and I don't even know if he will live to see prison. I hope so, this is so hard on his grandparents and his brother.
Ant. (sigh)
Barbara,
Hope things will settle down for you now.
When you consider what police officers have to deal with every single day at their job, I don't know how they do what they do, but I'm glad they do it. My brother is a Lt and believe me there are some "good" cops. I'm sorry you had to deal with a "bad" one, that doesn't help an already stressful situation. Unfortunately, they are used to dealing with not so nice people.
Your son is lucky to have you... thinking of you...
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I wish someone felt that compassion for J. I think we have an entire generation of throw away addicted children and young adults. Addicts are sick they deserve help especially when they are trying so hard. If they don't want help that is a whole different thing.
Anthony does not want your help he has the whole deal figured out and he is not afraid to take down anyone with him. Stay far away...glad you reported him.
Momma, I know there are good cops and I have nothing but respect for the ones that put their lives in danger every day to protect us. I'm not exaggerating when I live in one of the safest cities in the country, it makes the "top ten" list every year, one year it was #1 on the list. So the officers around here do a much different type of work than in a lot of areas. So, I guess I expect a bit of courtesy since they basically drive around all day and deal with car accidents, etc.
Madyson, thanks. I just left you a comment. I feel bad that my son - who did wrong - is getting another break while your son - who did NO wrong - had to go through being arrested.
Geeze Louise Barb, I would like to say my son did no wrong but that is not at all true...just in this one situation.
I live in one of those area's too. Cops are dealing with fender benders, dine and dash at the local Mc'D's but the drug scene seems to get worse every year. These are kids with to much of an expendable income. I made some big parenting mistakes but J made some really bad choices.
I am a little envious of all of Kevin's "opportunities" but so happy for you both that they were given. I am sorry if I sounded a little bit like a sore loser.
I'm so glad! :o)
I am SO glad at this outcome of events for Keven ! I realize that he may have to wait 3 mo.s,..but still...this is very good news and I'm happy to hear of it. And yes, our experience is unfortunately negative involving police officers. :( Although, as a result of our son's addiction,I've had experience with some good guys that are police officers, we've had a MUCH more prevalent experience with police officers who were awful....lied to us repeatedly (and as you said, WE didn't do anything against the law)...manipulated a situation to try to entrap our son and get him arrested on other charges, and the worst was...wrote up a false report stating things that my husband supposedly said about our son,...(that my husband did NOT ever say) ...regarding something that our son didn't even do. It's been so disheartening that I know that I personally will never trust police officers again in the way that I once did. It's sad...but true.
How sad that Ant did that to you after all you have done for him. Proof this disease has no boundaries. You did the right thing and get a security system if you have to. We did and added 2 camera's and it was the best investment we ever did.
J and I are in the process of writing the Judge a letter to bring it to him prior to his Court date. I hope the Judge will agree.
Maybe you could email me with any tips on writing the Judge. I keep sitting down to write the letter and I am a little lost.
You are an amazing Woman and Keven deserves this chance. He deserves to continue with treatment. I am so happy for both of you.
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I'm glad that Keven is being given another chance. I had a feeling that Drug Court wasn't ready to give up on him yet and I'm glad that I was right.
As far as Ant goes...yes, he'll probably be upset with you at first...but down the road, when he finally gets himself cleaned up and on the right path he'll understand that you did this because you care about him and realized this might be the only way to save him from himself.
You continue to simply WOW me Barbara!
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